What is the cheapest way to get from Downey to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Downey to San Diego is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downey to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Downey to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Downey and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Downey to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Florence / Downey and arriving at San Diego via Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Downey and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Downey station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Lakewood Blvd Station and arriving at San Diego via Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Downey to San Diego?

The distance between Downey and San Diego is 145 miles. The road distance is 110 miles.

How do I travel from Downey to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Downey to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Downey to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Downey to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downey to San Diego bus from?

Downey to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Huntington Park station.

Where do I catch the Downey to San Diego train from?

Downey to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Downey to San Diego?

The best way to get from Downey to San Diego is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $70 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Downey to San Diego bus arrive?

Downey to San Diego bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Downey to San Diego train arrive?

Downey to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Downey to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Downey to San Diego is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Downey to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2141+ hotels available in San Diego.

Downey to San Diego - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Downey to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, tram, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
4h 46m
$37–43
Drive 109.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downey to San Diego109.4 mi
1h 57m
$20–29
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
4h 47m
$25–67
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Lakewood Blvd Station to LAX / Metro Transit Center
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
3h 7m
$74–319
Bus via Anaheim Street Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to San DiegoLos Angeles
5h 7m
$23–54
Line 460 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to Fullerton Park and Ride460
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
5h 45m
$36–39

Downey to San Diego by tram and train (Amtrak)

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4h 46mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Downey, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Huntington Park to San Diego once daily. Tickets cost $23–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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